Savory Bacon Fried Rice: The Ultimate Comfort Food Fix

Bacon Fried Rice brings leftover rice to life with smoky flavor and crispy bacon, making it a must-try comfort dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Easy Dinners

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice Base

2 cups cold cooked white rice leftover rice works best for texture

For the Bacon

4 slices bacon chopped

For the Eggs

2 large eggs scrambled

For the Vegetables

1 small onion finely chopped
1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
2 green onions chopped for garnish

For the Seasoning

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Equipment

Skillet or Wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until crispy. Remove and drain the excess fat.
In the same skillet, scramble the eggs for 2–3 minutes until fluffy, then set aside with the bacon.
Sauté the chopped onion in the bacon fat for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
Add the frozen peas and carrots, cooking for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Increase heat to medium-high, stir in the cold rice, and fry for 2–3 minutes until lightly toasted.
Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat the rice. Stir-fry for 1 more minute.
Add the bacon and scrambled eggs back into the skillet, mix well and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
Season with salt and black pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use cold, cooked rice and ensure bacon is crispy for best results. Customize with your favorite vegetables if desired.

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